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Authorities have confirmed the arrest of Zaquan Shaquez Jamison, a 20-year-old wanted in connection with aย murder case in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. Jamison, who had been consideredย armed and dangerous, surrendered to law enforcement in North Charleston on Friday morning, ending an intense manhunt.

How the Arrest Happened

According to investigators, Jamison personally contactedย Charleston County dispatchย Friday morning, identified himself, and stated his intention to turn himself in. Dispatchers quickly confirmed that he was wanted on multiple charges, including:

  • Murder
  • Several counts of attempted murder
  • Possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime

Given his status as โ€œarmed and dangerous,โ€ officers prepared for a high-risk encounter. Police positioned themselves near a residence onย Evanston Boulevard in North Charleston, where Jamison was located.

When he exited the home, officers ordered him to surrender. Authorities said Jamisonย fully compliedย with commands and was taken into custody without incident. No shots were fired, and no injuries were reported.

Custody and Charges

Jamison was first booked at theย Al Cannon Detention Centerย in Charleston County before being transferred into the custody of theย Santee Police Departmentย in Orangeburg County. He will face prosecution on the previously issued warrants.

Officials have not released full details of theย Orangeburg County murder caseย that led to his arrest, citing the active investigation. However, the multiple attempted murder charges suggest the incident involved several victims or endangered multiple lives.

Community Reaction

The arrest has drawn widespread attention in bothย Orangeburg Countyย andย North Charleston, where residents had been on edge. Many expressed relief that Jamison surrendered peacefully.

โ€œThis could have ended much differently,โ€ one North Charleston resident said. โ€œWeโ€™re just thankful nobody else was hurt, and that he decided to come forward.โ€

Law enforcement echoed that sentiment, noting that Jamisonโ€™s compliance avoided a potentially dangerous confrontation. โ€œWhenever someone is flagged as armed and dangerous, the risks are high,โ€ an officer said. โ€œFortunately, in this case, the arrest was handled safely.โ€

Whatโ€™s Next

Jamison remains in custody as theย Orangeburg County judicial processย moves forward. Prosecutors are expected to formally present charges soon, and a bond hearing will likely be scheduled. Given the seriousness of the allegations, legal experts say he facesย significant prison time if convicted.

Detectives continue to investigate the case, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact theย Santee Police Departmentย or provide anonymous tips through local Crime Stoppers.

The case underscores the coordination between multiple law enforcement agencies and their commitment to ensuring public safety as the Orangeburg County community awaits justice.


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